North Dakota Graduate Counseling Schools & Programs

University of North Dakota Department of Counseling Psychology and Community Services:

This is the best department of its kind on North Dakota. On a national scale, this department is recognized for its professional training and education of today's graduate students and working professionals. The school offers a number of undergraduate and graduate programs, degrees, concentrations, and certificates for students and professionals. Students are given access to a wide array of local community internships and clinical experiences that prepare them for a great start in the careers of their choice. Students also get to work with a faculty of professionals and scholars who are dedicated to their students' education and success. Students are also granted access to the most cutting-edge research methods, technology, and databases in the education and counseling fields.

Master of Arts in Counseling:

This is a graduate degree for students who are interested in pursuing careers as community and family counselors. Students may choose individual areas of concentration. The program begins with a core education in basic counseling methods, theories, and practices. Students learn advanced methods of research, documentation, analysis, and interpretation. Students also learn how to practically apply this information in a real world context. Students participate in internships that prepare them for their careers by giving them firsthand experience. Students meet with faculty advisors and faculty members who supervise their independent research projects and help them to complete their master's thesis papers. Students who complete this program are qualified to work in entry-level counselor positions for private organizations and government agencies and services. Students may also choose to pursue PhD degrees.

Master of Arts in Counseling with K-12 School Counseling Concentration:

This is a special graduate degree for qualified students who would like to become school counselors. Students begin with a core counselor education. Students learn about research methods and practical application methods. Students also attend lectures and participate in discussions about key issues facing counselors in schools today. Students will participate in internships that give them the experience they need to be ready for their new careers. Students consult often with faculty advisors who help them to complete their research and master's thesis papers. Students who complete this program are qualified to serve as school counselors and community counselors. They are also qualified to apply for PhD degree programs.

PhD in Counseling Psychology:

This is an advanced degree for graduate students who have master's degrees in counseling and would like to develop a more advanced understanding of contemporary research strategies and applications. Students in this program perform hours of clinical research. They attend professional meeting and seminars. They also work with faculty advisors to develop and complete PhD dissertations. Students defend their dissertations before academic panels. Students who complete this program become university researchers and educators.

Contact Information:

Address: Counseling Psychology and Community Services, 290 Centennial Drive, Stop 8255, The University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND 58202

Phone Number: (701) 777-2011

Schools

This list may contain out-of-state and online schools that accept students from North Dakota